New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Candlestick

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

MediumPressed glass

DimensionsOverall: 9 7/8 in. (25.1 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm)
Base: 3 5/8 x 3 5/8 in. (9.2 x 9.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4518

Not on view

Description"Dolphin" candlestick of translucent opal (or clam water) glass. Double step square base. Medium blue (opaline) petal socket and extension. Almost mint condition. One of a pair, see 71.4520.

Published ReferencesMcKearin, AMERICAN GLASS, pl. 204, #67.